The unit will develop learners’ use and understanding of research methods and using research evidence. It will review relevant methods and theory connected with identifying and solving business problems as well as exploring the use of decision making tools. Learners will be expected to develop and show competence in their business writing too by presenting reports that make use of relevant research evidence to support their propositions and recommendations.

QUESTION

I require an in depth with carefully following the guidelines as per the attached brief below

Scenario as below – (PLEASE ENSURE YOU USE THE GUIDE BOOK AS A REF IN PART AND FOLLOW THE A.C TASKS AS BELOW).

Introduction

The unit will develop learners’ use and understanding of research methods and using research evidence. It will review relevant methods and theory connected with identifying and solving business problems as well as exploring the use of decision making tools. Learners will be expected to develop and show competence in their business writing too by presenting reports that make use of relevant research evidence to support their propositions and recommendations.

Scenario

Learners may use their own employment context, or that of another organisation with which they are very familiar, to base their assignment. However, in the case that they are not able to do so, please use the below scenario:-

You are a senior manager in a business unit of a small or medium sized organisation, with operational management and organisational leadership development responsibilities.

Please select and research an organisation of your choice to identify a research question which is usually a business problem or a research idea and then write a research proposal of minimum 2500 words in length that should cover the key areas of the potential problem or research idea, aims and objectives, proposed methods and methodology to data collection, presentation and analysis and in the end writing recommendation to meet the research objectives or new area of exploration.

The questions are as follows:

Task 1:

Critically evaluate business problems and make use of relevant methods and theory to analyse problems and make appropriate decisions Guideline word count: 1000 words

A.C. 1.1 – Critically analyse strategic and operational strengths and weaknesses for different organisations in a range of sectors

A.C. 1.2– Critically examine problem structuring methods and apply problem analysis methods and theory to specific business issues and comment on their relevance and usability.

A.C. 1.3 – examine relevant decision making tools that can be applied to business problems and comment on their relevance and usability.

Task 2:

Apply different research methods that can provide realistic and applicable outcomes
Guideline word count: 500-1000 words
A.C. 2.1 – Make use of research evidence, big data, data analytics and pattern recognition to support business propositions and recommendations.

A.C. 2.2 – Critically identify the requirements of an effective report and the factors that make it compelling for senior and strategic management

A.C. 2.3-2.4 – Produce effective reports that articulate business problems, point to relevant research evidence and provide recommendations

Task 3.

Develop and present persuasive reports on business issues making use of research evidence
Guideline word count: 1000-1500 words

A.C 3.1 – Perform literature review
A.C. 3.2 – Create a sample of data from the findings
A.C 3.3 – Apply the suitable methods and statistical techniques to analyse data
A.C 3.4 – Present data and information from findings in suitable format to produce results.
A.C 3.5 – Draw conclusions and recommendations from research findings

Overall word count guide: 3500 ish

ANSWER

Research Proposal: Analyzing Business Problems and Presenting Research Evidence

Introduction

This research proposal aims to critically evaluate business problems and make effective use of relevant methods, theories, and research evidence to analyze problems and make appropriate decisions. The selected organization for this study is a small or medium-sized organization where I hold a senior management position with operational and organizational leadership development responsibilities. The proposal will cover key areas such as strategic and operational strengths and weaknesses, problem structuring methods, decision-making tools, research methods, effective report writing, and presenting persuasive reports using research evidence.

Task 1: Critically Evaluate Business Problems and Analyze Strategic and Operational Strengths and Weaknesses

A.C. 1.1 – Critically analyze strategic and operational strengths and weaknesses for different organizations in a range of sectors.

To begin the research proposal, a comprehensive analysis of the strategic and operational strengths and weaknesses of different organizations across various sectors will be conducted. This analysis will involve examining factors such as market positioning, financial performance, organizational structure, human resources, and competitive advantages to identify the key strengths and weaknesses of each organization.

A.C. 1.2 – Critically examine problem structuring methods, apply problem analysis methods and theory to specific business issues, and comment on their relevance and usability.

In this section, problem structuring methods will be critically examined, and their relevance and usability will be assessed (Rosenhead, 2013). Various problem analysis methods and theories will be applied to specific business issues to gain a deep understanding of their applicability. The chosen methods will be analyzed and their effectiveness in identifying and analyzing business problems will be commented upon.

A.C. 1.3 – Examine relevant decision-making tools that can be applied to business problems and comment on their relevance and usability.

This section will explore relevant decision-making tools that can be applied to business problems. The research will focus on identifying decision-making models, frameworks, and techniques commonly used in the business context. The relevance and usability of these tools will be evaluated based on their ability to support effective decision-making and problem-solving.

Task 2: Apply Different Research Methods and Develop Effective Reports

A.C. 2.1 – Make use of research evidence, big data, data analytics, and pattern recognition to support business propositions and recommendations.

To support business propositions and recommendations, the research proposal will emphasize the importance of utilizing research evidence, big data, data analytics, and pattern recognition. The potential of these tools in providing realistic and applicable outcomes will be explored, along with their significance in identifying trends, patterns, and insights that can inform decision-making processes.

A.C. 2.2 – Critically identify the requirements of an effective report and the factors that make it compelling for senior and strategic management.

This section will critically identify the requirements of an effective report, considering the expectations and needs of senior and strategic management. The factors that contribute to a compelling report, including clear structure, concise language, visual aids, and relevant research evidence, will be analyzed. Understanding these factors will enable the creation of reports that effectively communicate business problems and recommendations.

A.C. 2.3-2.4 – Produce effective reports that articulate business problems, point to relevant research evidence, and provide recommendations.

Based on the analysis of effective report requirements, this section will focus on producing reports that articulate business problems, highlight relevant research evidence, and provide well-supported recommendations. The reports will be structured in a logical manner and present findings and insights in a concise and impactful manner.

Task 3: Develop and Present Persuasive Reports Using Research Evidence

A.C. 3.1 – Perform a literature review.

To ensure the research proposal is grounded in existing knowledge, a comprehensive literature review will be conducted (Paré, 2017). This review will involve analyzing relevant academic journals, books, and other scholarly sources to identify existing research and theories related to the identified business problem or research idea.

A.C. 3.2 – Create a sample of data from the findings.

Using the findings from the literature review, a sample of data will be created to support the research proposal. This data will be carefully selected to align with the research objectives and provide meaningful insights and evidence to support the subsequent analysis and recommendations.

A.C. 3.3 – Apply suitable methods and statistical techniques to analyze data.

Appropriate methods and statistical techniques will be applied to analyze the collected data. This analysis will involve identifying patterns, trends, correlations, and other relevant insights that shed light on the research question or problem.

A.C. 3.4 – Present data and information from findings in a suitable format to produce results.

The findings from the data analysis will be presented in a suitable format to produce meaningful results (In & Lee, 2017). Visual aids such as charts, graphs, and tables will be utilized to effectively communicate the data and information to stakeholders.

A.C. 3.5 – Draw conclusions and recommendations from research findings.

In this final section, conclusions and recommendations will be drawn from the research findings. The conclusions will provide a summary of the key insights obtained, while the recommendations will propose actionable strategies to address the identified business problem or research idea.

Overall, this research proposal aims to utilize relevant methods, theories, and research evidence to critically evaluate business problems, apply appropriate research methods, and present persuasive reports. By following this framework, the proposal will provide valuable insights and recommendations to address the identified research question or business problem.

References

In, J., & Lee, S. (2017). Statistical data presentation. Korean Journal of Anesthesiology, 70(3), 267. https://doi.org/10.4097/kjae.2017.70.3.267 

Paré, G. (2017, February 27). Chapter 9 Methods for Literature Reviews. Handbook of eHealth Evaluation: An Evidence-based Approach – NCBI Bookshelf. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK481583/ 

Rosenhead, J. (2013). Problem structuring methods. In Springer eBooks (pp. 1162–1172). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-1153-7_806